Normally the second Thursday of the month, News Flash is coming at ya with hot topical jokes this week. It’s like SNL’s Weekend Update (but with integrity). Returning champ Rara Imler will try to defend her title against five hilarious comics with stand-up inbetween from Paige Bowman, David Perdue (not the senator, thanks), and yours truly. Hot damn, indeed. Doors open at 8:30pm. $5.

No two-drink minimun required; come see nationally touring comedian Andy Hendrickson headline one of Atlanta’s most gorgeous venues, the Highland Ballroom. He’s done Letterman, Craig Ferguson, and more and he’ll be joined be local gems Lace Larrabee and David Perdue. Tickets are $15 in advance so grab them now a save a few bucks.

The pride of Atlanta, Mia Jackson will bring her sharp wit to this month’s WonderComedy. She’s a favorite to open for Amy Schumer, was a semi-finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” was named one of Creative Loafing’s “People to Watch,” and is one of the most hilarious and likeable comics in our great city. Show is BYOB as always. Doors open at 8:30pm. $5.

This is a music event but did you know 420 Fest has a comedy tent? They sure do, you idiot! See your favorite bands sandwiched between your favorite local comics, plus headliners Jon Rudnitsky and Jake Nordwind all weekend. Single day and weekend passes are still available.

Olivia is an Atlanta-based stand-up comedian and writer. She loves comedy and pretty much only talks about it, Legos, and baseball and their many disappointments. She also curates atlantacomedy.tumblr.com.

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